https://www.gillscreekwatershed.org/news-and-events/event-calendar Gills Creek Watershed Association upcoming events Gills Creek Watershed Association Wild Apricot - membership management software and more en Mon, 10 Aug 2026 23:59:04 GMT Mon, 10 Aug 2026 23:59:04 GMT Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:30:00 GMT <p data-path-to-node="0"><strong data-path-to-node="0" data-index-in-node="0">Community Work Day: Floodplain Restoration – Phase 1</strong></p> <p data-path-to-node="1"><strong data-path-to-node="1" data-index-in-node="0">When:</strong> Tuesday, August 11 | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM</p> <p data-path-to-node="2"><strong data-path-to-node="2" data-index-in-node="0">Where:</strong>&nbsp;4230 Timberlane Drive, Columbia, SC</p> <p data-path-to-node="3">Join the Gills Creek Watershed Association as we take the first hands-on step in transforming a recently demolished, flood-damaged property back into a thriving, functional floodplain!</p> <p data-path-to-node="4">For Phase One, we’ll be sheet-mulching the site by laying down cardboard and topping it with a thick layer of wood chips to suppress weeds and build healthy soil. We’re hosting this event in the evening so you can come lend a hand right after work!</p> <p data-path-to-node="4">This will likely be the first in a series of work days to complete Phase 1, so if you can't make it Tuesday, stay tuned for a few more work days the following week!</p> <p data-path-to-node="5"><strong data-path-to-node="5" data-index-in-node="0">Things to Know:</strong></p> <ul data-path-to-node="6"> <li> <p data-path-to-node="6,0,0"><strong data-path-to-node="6,0,0" data-index-in-node="0">What we provide:</strong> Cardboard, wood chips, tools, gloves, and guidance.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="6,1,0"><strong data-path-to-node="6,1,0" data-index-in-node="0">What to bring:</strong> Plenty of drinking water and, if you have them, extra pitchforks or shovels!</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="6,2,0"><strong data-path-to-node="6,2,0" data-index-in-node="0">What to wear:</strong>&nbsp;Sturdy, close-toed shoes and clothes you don't mind getting dirty and sweaty.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="6,2,0"><strong>What to expect:</strong><span>&nbsp;Uneven, loose soil that has just been graded by a skid steer. If walking over this type of terrain doesn't align with your ability, bring a folding chair and help us by removing tape and flattening cardboard. We can all contribute!</span></p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="6,2,0"><strong>Where to park:</strong>&nbsp;Along the street beside the property. Just don't block the road!</p> </li> </ul> <p data-path-to-node="7">Come roll up your sleeves, meet fellow neighbors, and have fun building a more resilient community and healthy watershed!</p> https://www.gillscreekwatershed.org/event-6792092 https://www.gillscreekwatershed.org/event-6792092